2011 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2556 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2470 mm |
